Reach 40-win milestone! Hornets see six players score in double figures, crush Nets by 31 points—Miller drops 25 while LaMelo nears a triple-double

On April 1, the Charlotte Hornets cruised to a dominant 117–86 road win over the Brooklyn Nets, snapping a two-game losing streak and securing their 40th victory of the season.

The game was essentially decided early, as the Hornets controlled both ends of the floor and built a commanding 26-point lead by the end of the third quarter.

Key performances:
Brandon Miller led the way with 25 points, continuing his strong form;
Miles Bridges added 19 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 steals;
LaMelo Ball contributed a near triple-double with 14 points, 7 rebounds, and 9 assists.

The Nets, meanwhile, struggled offensively and lacked cohesion, with no consistent scoring threat.

Game recap:
Charlotte came out firing, jumping to an 18–4 lead in the opening minutes. Miller’s perfect shooting (5-for-5) powered a 35–18 first-quarter advantage.

In the second quarter, Brooklyn attempted a brief comeback, but Charlotte maintained control, leading 58–45 at halftime.

The third quarter sealed the outcome. The Hornets outscored the Nets 31–18, extending the lead to nearly 30 points and putting the game out of reach.

The final quarter was merely procedural, with both teams rotating their benches as Charlotte comfortably closed out the game.

Overall, this performance highlighted the Hornets’ depth, ball movement, and defensive discipline—qualities that completely overwhelmed a struggling Nets side.